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001-1A1E
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read this manual carefully and follow you with the best possible service.
its recommendations.
Keep this manual in the glove box as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your Mazda. Should you resell
the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner.
Please be aware that this manual applies to all models, equipment and options. As a result, you may find some
explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.
All specifications and descriptions are accurate at the time of printing. Because improvement is a constant goal at
Mazda, we reserve the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice and without obligation.
001-2BE
Your Mazda’s genuine air conditioner is filled with R134a, a refrigerant that has been found not to damage the earth’s
ozone layer. If the air conditioner does not operate properly, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
We want to help you get the most Index: A good place to start is the
driving pleasure from your vehicle. Index, an alphabetical listing of all
Your owner’s manual, when read from information in your manual.
cover to cover, can do that in many
ways. Sections: This manual has eleven
J54A0001 sections. Sections 1 through 10 begin
Illustrations complement the words of with a brief list of contents, so you can
the manual to best explain how to usually tell at a glance if that section
The above symbol in this manual
enjoy your Mazda. By reading your has the information you want.
means “Do not do this ” or “Do not let
manual, you can find out about the
this happen”.
features, about important safety You’ll find several WARNINGs,
information, and about driving under CAUTIONs, and NOTEs in the
various road conditions. manual.
! WARNING NOTE
A WARNING indicates a situation A NOTE provides information and
in which serious injury or death sometimes suggests how to make
could result if the warning is better use of your vehicle.
ignored.
! CAUTION
A CAUTION indicates a situation
in which bodily injury or damage
to your vehicle, or both, could
result if the caution is ignored.
BRAKE SYSTEM VENTILATION FAN AIR RECIRCULATION FRESH AIR VENT VENT-FLOOR
WINDSHIELD
LIGHTER HORN WASHER FLUID CHECK ENGINE LIGHT
WIPER & WASHER
Specifications 10
Index 11
Accessory socket
(page 5-51)
J94S1005_a Center console (page 5-58)
(2001)
Cup holder (page 5-56) Driver-side air bags (page 2-35)
J94S1002 Instrument cluster (page 5-30) Hazard warning flasher switch (page 6-2)
Power window
master control* Courtesy light (page 3-41)
(page 3-13)
Door lock switch* (page 3-7)
Power window switch* (page 3-13)
Courtesy light (page 3-41) Remote trunk lid release (page 3-16) J94S1004_a (2001)
Door handle
(page 3-7)
Front Seats 2- 2
Rear Seat 2- 9
Seat Belt System 2-14
Child Restraint 2-26
Supplemental Restraint Systems 2-35
2-1
! WARNING ! WARNING
Securing the Front Seats: Driver’s Seat Adjustment:
Adjustable seats and seatbacks Adjusting the driver’s seat while
that are not securely latched are the vehicle is moving is
dangerous. In a sudden stop or dangerous. The driver could lose
collision, the seat or seatback control of the vehicle and have an
could move, causing injury. Make accident. Adjust the driver’s seat
sure the adjustable components of only when the vehicle is stopped.
the seat are locked in place. J94A2024
■ Seat Slide
2-2
2-3
2-4
2-5
J94A2028
J94A2027 J94A2029
2-6
J94A2030 J94A2025
2-7
2-8
2-9
! WARNING J94S2001
Securing Seat:
Adjustable seats and seatbacks
that are not securely latched are
dangerous. In a sudden stop or
collision, the seat or seatback
could move, causing injury. Make
sure the adjustable components of
the seat are locked in place. J94S2002
The armrest can be used or placed To provide more space in the trunk:
upright.
1. Unfasten the lap portion of the
rear-center seat belt (page 2-22).
2. Push the button and fold the To return the seatbacks to their NOTE
seatback forward. original positions:
♥♥019-13BE When you return the seatbacks to
1. Lift the seatback and push it firmly their original position:
NOTE into place.
• Make sure the seatbacks are
Unlock the seatback before you 2. Fasten the lap portion of the securely latched by attempting
fold it forward (page 2-13). rear-center seat belt (page 2-22). to push the seatback forward
♥019-12AE and backward.
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2-13
Seat belts help to decrease the operate in two modes, emergency may be in the automatic locking mode
possibility of severe injury during locking mode and for child-restraint because you have pulled the belt too
accidents and sudden stops. Mazda systems, automatic locking mode. far out. To return to the more
recommends that the driver and all comfortable emergency locking mode,
passengers always wear seat belts. Emergency locking mode wait until you can stop the vehicle in a
safe area, retract the belt fully to
All of the seat belt retractors are If the belt has fully retracted, it will convert it back to emergency locking
designed to keep the lap/shoulder belts always be in the emergency locking mode and then again extend it around
out of the way when not in use. mode until you move it into automatic you.
locking mode by pulling the belt all
The driver’s seat belt has no the way out to its full length. In the Automatic locking mode
provisions for child-restraint systems emergency locking mode, the belt
and has only an emergency locking remains comfortable on the occupant Always use the automatic locking
mode. The driver may wear it and the retractor will lock in position mode to keep the child-restraint
comfortably, and it will lock during a during a collision. system from shifting to an unsafe
collision. position in the event of an accident. To
If the belt feels tight and hinders get the seat belt into the automatic
However, the front passenger’s seat comfortable movement while the locking mode, pull it all the way out
and rear lap/shoulder belt retractors vehicle is stopped or in motion, you and connect it as instructed on the
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2-15
2-16
Buckle
If the system does not operate 3. Insert the tongue into the buckle
correctly, consult an Authorized until you hear a click.
Mazda Dealer.
4. Make sure the shoulder belt is
Tongue snugly fitted against your body.
J94A2033 (J18Y2049)
■ Front Seat Belts
To fasten:
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2-18
J94A2034
(J18Y2050) ! WARNING
Positioning the Lap Portion of the
Seat Belt:
Take up slack The lap portion of the seat belt
worn too high can be dangerous.
Keep low on
hip bone In a collision, this would
Too high concentrate the impact force
directly on the abdominal area,
causing serious injury. Wear the
lap portion of the belt snugly and J94A2035 (J18Y2035)
as low as possible. To unfasten:
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Buckle
NOTE 2. Insert this tongue into the buckle
until you hear a click.
If a belt does not fully retract,
inspect it for kinks and twists. 3. Make sure the shoulder belt is
Tongue snugly fitted against your body.
To fasten:
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J94A2039
! WARNING (J18Y2055) ! WARNING
Positioning the Shoulder Portion Positioning the Lap Portion of the
of the Seat Belt: Seat Belt:
Improper positioning of the The lap portion of the seat belt
Take up slack
shoulder portion of the seat belt is worn too high can be dangerous.
dangerous. An improperly In a collision, this would
positioned belt will provide little concentrate the impact force
Too high
or no protection in a collision. Keep low on hip bone directly on the abdominal area,
Always make sure the shoulder causing serious injury. Wear the
portion of the seat belt is lap portion of the belt snugly and
positioned across your shoulder as low as possible.
and near your neck, but never
under your arm, on your neck, or
on your upper arm.
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(A)
(B)
(C) (A)
(D) (B)
To unfasten: ▼ Rear-center belt This portion will serve as the lap belt
portion of the lap/shoulder belt when
Depress the button on the buckle.
To use the rear-center belt: tongue (C) and buckle (D) are
fastened.
NOTE Before using the rear-center
lap/shoulder belt make sure tongue (A)
If a belt does not fully retract, and anchor buckle (B) are fastened.
inspect it for kinks and twists.
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! WARNING NOTE
(B)
Fastening the Rear-Center Seat Always unfasten the lap portion of
Belt Only with one Buckle: the belt before folding the rear-left
Fastening the rear-center seat seatback. Leaving the lap portion
belt only with one buckle could be of the belt fastened could cause
dangerous. If only one pair of damage to the seatback.
seat belt tongue and buckle, either
tongue (A) and buckle (B) or
tongue (C) and buckle (D), is J94A2067A
fastened, the seat belt cannot
provide full protection. In a To unfasten the lap belt portion:
sudden stop or collision, the user
could slide under the belt and Insert a small object in the anchor
suffer serious injuries. Always buckle (B) slot, such as a key.
make sure that both pair of seat
belt tongues and buckles are
fastened properly.
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Proper Size of Child-Restraint A seat belt or child-restraint You are required by law to use
System: system can become very hot in a child-restraint system for children in
For effective protection in vehicle closed vehicle during warm the U.S. and Canada. Small children,
accidents and sudden stops, a weather. To avoid burning yourself generally those who are four years old
child must be properly restrained or a child, inspect either before or younger and who weigh under 18
using a seat belt or child-restraint using. kg (40 lb.), riding in your vehicle must
system depending on age and size. be protected by child-restraint systems
If not, the child could be seriously made especially for children. Check
injured or even killed in an your local and state or provincial laws
accident. for specific requirements regarding the
safety of children riding in your
vehicle.
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▼ If you must use the front seat for better to put them in the rear seat. If
Tether children installing the child-restraint system on
strap
the front seat is unavoidable, follow
If you cannot put all children in the these instructions when using a
rear seat, at least put the smallest in front-facing child-restraint system in
the rear seat and be sure the largest the front passenger’s seat. To check if
child up front uses the shoulder belt your Mazda front seats have side air
over the shoulder. Do not put bags-every Mazda side air bag will
Anchor rear-facing child-restraint systems on have a “SRS-Air Bag” label on the
bracket
the front passenger’s seat. This seat is outboard shoulder of the front seats.
94S004–003 also not set up for tethered
child-restraint systems, put them in
one of the three rear seat positions set
up with tether anchors. Don’t allow
anyone to sleep against the right front
door if you have an optional side air
bag, it could cause serious injuries to
an out of position occupant. As
children more often sleep in cars, it is
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in the rear seat, do not allow the 2. Secure the child-restraint system with
child to lean over or against the the lap portion of the lap/shoulder
front door, even if the child is belt. See the instructions on the
seated in a child-restraint system. child-restraint system for belt routing
instructions.
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Inflator and air bag* Inflators and air bags The air bags are mounted in the
following locations: the center of the
steering wheel, the passenger-side of
Side crash sensor* the dashboard, and in the outboard
sides of the front seatbacks. They are
Crash sensors and
diagnostic module out of sight until activated.
(SAS unit)
J54A2218 J54A2214H
■ How the Air Bags Work The air bags will function only once.
After that, the air bags will not work
When air bag crash sensors detect a again and must be replaced.
frontal or side impact of greater than
moderate force, an electrical current is Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can
sent to the inflators. Nitrogen and replace the systems.
argon gases are produced to inflate the
air bags. After the inflation, the air
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2-41
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2-43
! WARNING
Suspension Adjustment:
Adjusting the vehicle suspension
is dangerous. If the vehicle’s
height or the suspension’s
damping is changed, the vehicle
will be unable to accurately detect
a collision resulting in incorrect
or unexpected air bag deployment
and the possibility of serious
injuries.
! CAUTION
To prevent damage to the side air
bag wiring, don’t place luggage or
other objects under the front seats.
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J94S.Fami_Sedan1_H (OMJ)
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2-46
J94S.Familia_Sedan3 (OMJ)
2-47
J94S.Familia_Sedan4 (OMJ)
J94S.Familia_Sedan5 (OMJ)
J94S.Fami_Sedan6_H (OMJ)
• SAS unit
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2-53
Q005-1A2E
Keys 3- 2
Door Locks 3- 4
Keyless Entry System 3- 9
Power Windows 3-13
Trunk Lid 3-15
Trunk Release Handle 3-18
Hood Release 3-20
Immobilizer System 3-22
Theft-Deterrent System 3-26
Fuel-Filler Lid 3-30
Fuel-Filler Cap 3-30
Steering Wheel 3-32
Mirrors 3-33
Sunroof 3-36
Interior Light 3-39
Map Lights 3-40
Trunk Light 3-41
Courtesy Lights 3-41
3-1
! CAUTION Here’s what the keys are used for. A code number is stamped on the plate
Key attached to the key set; detach this
When starting the engine, do not Lock Primary Secondary plate and store it in a safe place (not in
let the following materials touch Operates the vehicle) for use if you need to
the key grip. The engine may not Ignition switch make a replacement key.
start: and steering Yes Yes
• Spare keys. column lock Also write down the code number and
• Keys for other vehicles keep it in another safe and handy
Doors Yes Yes
equipped with an immobilizer place, but not in the vehicle.
system. Glove box Yes No
• Metal objects that touch or pass Trunk Yes No If your key is lost, consult your
through the hole in the key. Authorized Mazda Dealer with the
If you must leave your vehicle with code number ready.
another person, such as a parking
attendant, protect items by locking the
glove box and trunk lid with the
primary key. Keep that key and give
the other person only the secondary
key.
3-3
! WARNING J94A2003
Turn the key toward the front to
unlock, toward the back to lock.
Keys and Children:
Leaving small children in a
vehicle with the ignition key is Unlock
dangerous. This could result in
someone being badly injured or
even killed. They could play with Lock
power windows or other controls,
or even make the vehicle move.
Don’t leave the keys in your
vehicle with small children. ■ Outside Door Lock
3-4
Lock
J94A2004_a
J94A2005_a
▼ Locking without key To lock a rear door, push the inside
lock button and close the door.
To lock a front door without a key,
push the door lock and close the door.
3-5
Unattended Children and Pets: Always remove the key from the
Leaving a child or an animal ignition switch, close all windows,
unattended in a parked vehicle is and lock all doors when leaving
dangerous. In hot weather, your vehicle unattended. This
temperatures inside a vehicle can discourages intruders and thieves.
become high enough to cause
Lock
brain damage or even death.
Always take all children and Unlock
animals with you or leave a
responsible person with them. ■ Inside Door Lock
3-6
J94A2008
J94A2007 ! WARNING Lock
Unlocked Doors: Unlock
Unlocked doors in a moving
vehicle can be dangerous.
Passengers can fall out if a door
is accidentally opened and can
more easily be thrown out in an
accident. So keep all doors locked
when driving.
To open, pull the door handle. ▼ Locking and unlocking with door
lock switch*
J94A2009
! WARNING NOTE
Keys and Children: Always remove the key from the
Leaving small children in a ignition switch, close all windows,
vehicle with the ignition key is and lock all doors when leaving Unlock
dangerous. This could result in your vehicle unattended. This
someone being badly injured or discourages intruders and thieves.
even killed. They could play with
power windows or other controls,
Lock
or even make the vehicle move.
Don’t leave the keys in your
vehicle with small children. ■ Rear Door Child Safety Lock
3-8
If you slide the child safety lock to the This system locks and unlocks the NOTE
lock position before closing that door, doors and opens the trunk.
the door cannot be opened from the • The keyless entry system is
inside. The door can be opened only designed to operate up to about
by lifting the outside handle. ! CAUTION 2.5 meters (8 feet) from the
center of the vehicle, but this
To avoid damaging the transmitter, may vary because of local
don’t drop it, get it wet, or expose conditions.
it to heat or sunlight.
• The system doesn’t operate
when the ignition switch is in
the ON position.
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3-11
1. Insert a small coin into the slot and If your transmitter is lost or stolen,
gently pry open the transmitter. bring all remaining transmitters to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
2. Pull the battery out. possible for a replacement and to
make the lost or stolen transmitter
inoperative.
3-12
J94A2013
! WARNING With the lock switch in the locked
position, only the driver’s window can
Lock
Closing Power Windows: be operated.
Closing power windows can be
dangerous. A person’s hands,
head, or even neck could be
caught by the window and result
! WARNING
in serious injury. This warning Unintentional Window Operation:
applies especially to children. Unintentional window operation
Make sure the opening is clear could be dangerous. A person’s
before closing a window. hands, head, or neck could be
■ Power Window Lock Switch caught by the window and result
in serious injury. Unless a
With the lock switch in the unlocked passenger needs to operate a
position, all power window switches window, keep the power window
may be used. lock switch in the locked position.
3-14
J94A2014
! CAUTION
To prevent burning out the fuse
Open
and damaging the power window
system, don’t open or close more Close
than two windows at once.
Open
Q008-7A1E
! WARNING J94A2015
Children Playing with Power
Windows: ■ Passenger Door Power Window ■ Key-Operated Trunk
Playing with power windows is Switch
dangerous. Someone’s hands, To open the trunk lid, insert the
head, or neck could get caught in To open the window, push down on its primary key and turn it clockwise.
a closing window. They would be switch. To close, pull the switch up.
seriously injured or even killed. The secondary key will not operate
Don’t let children play with power this lock (page 3-2).
windows.
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3-16
3-17
3-18
3-19
! CAUTION
Always keep the handle firmly
attached to the holder and in the
recessed position. Not securing the
handle this way could allow it to
snag luggage in the trunk and open
the trunk lid.
J94A2017
94S060–005
1. With the vehicle parked, pull the
release handle to unlock the hood.
3-20
2. Push the safety catch to the left and 3. Use the support rod to hold the
lift the hood. hood open.
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3-23
3-24
3-25
The optional theft-deterrent system is The system won’t function unless it’s ■ Operation
designed to prevent your vehicle or its properly armed.
contents from being stolen when all of So when you leave your vehicle: What turns it on:
the doors, hood, and trunk lid are • Lock all doors
locked. • Close all windows • Forcing open a door, the hood or
• Take your key and keyless entry the trunk lid.
If forcible entry is attempted, the system transmitter
system sounds the horn and flashes the • Make sure the security indicator • Opening the hood or the trunk lid
hazard warning lights and headlights. light is flashing by operating the hood release lever
or remote trunk lid release button.
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J94A2008A J94S3001
Lock
J94S3002
The following method will also arm 3. The turn signal lights flash for ■ To Turn off an Armed System
the theft-deterrent system. about 2 seconds, then the security
Close the hood and the trunk lid. Press indicator light starts to flash every An armed system can be turned off by
the area on the door-lock switch 3 seconds to indicate that the pressing the UNLOCK button on the
marked “DOOR LOCK” once and system is fully armed. It continues keyless entry system transmitter. If the
then close all the doors. to flash until the theft-deterrent transmitter doesn’t work, unlock the
system is turned off. driver’s door with a key. Open the
door and within 15 seconds, put the
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key into the ignition and turn it to the ■ To Stop the Warning Alarm
ON position. If it takes longer than 15
seconds the alarm will sound. A triggered alarm can be turned off by
♥Q096-15E1E opening the trunk with the key or
pressing the UNLOCK button or the
NOTE button on the keyless entry system
transmitter. If the transmitter doesn’t
The trunk lid can be opened with work, put the key into the ignition and
the key or the keyless entry system turn it to the ON position. J94A2021
transmitter even when the system (J18T2024)
096-17AE
is armed. The alarm will not come
on and the system will remain NOTE ■ Theft-Deterrent Labels
armed.
If you have any problem with the Labels indicating that your vehicle is
theft-deterrent system, consult an equipped with a Theft-Deterrent
Authorized Mazda Dealer. System are in the glove box.
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Close
J25F2040
To open, pull the remote fuel-filler lid • To remove the filler cap, turn it
release up. counterclockwise.
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3-31
J94A2052_a
! CAUTION After adjusting, push the wheel up and
down to be certain it’s locked before
Make sure the fuel-filler cap is driving.
tightened securely. The check
engine light comes on when the
cap isn’t tightened securely. If the
light remains on (even after you
! WARNING
have tightened the cap securely, Adjusting the Tilt Wheel:
driven, and restarted the engine Tilt wheel Adjusting the tilt wheel while the
several times), it may indicate a release lever vehicle is moving can be
different problem. Contact an dangerous. Moving it up and
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon ■ Tilt Wheel down can very easily cause the
as possible. driver to abruptly turn to the left
To change the angle of the steering or right. This can lead to loss of
wheel, stop the vehicle, pull the tilt control or an accident. Never
wheel release lever on the left side of adjust the tilt wheel while the
the steering column down, adjust the vehicle is moving.
wheel, then push the release lever up
to lock the column.
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Outside mirror
J94A2053 ■ Outside Mirrors
! WARNING
Convex Mirror on Passenger Side:
Changing lanes without taking
into account the actual distance
■ Horn of the vehicle in the convex ▼ Manual control mirror
mirror is dangerous. You could
To sound the horn, press the center of have a serious accident. What you Adjust by hand.
the steering wheel. see in the convex mirror
(passenger’s side) is closer than it
Check the horn’s operation regularly. appears. Be sure to look over your
shoulder or to check your inside
mirror before changing lanes.
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The ignition switch must be in the To turn on the mirror defroster, turn
ACC or ON position. the ignition on and push the rear
window defroster switch (page 5-49).
Push the lever forward for day driving. View from above
Pull it back to reduce glare from
headlights.
J94A2056
Stay
Side view
■ Rearview Mirror
(With Day/Night Function) NOTE
3-35
! WARNING J25A2049
Slide switch
Blocked View:
Cargo stacked higher than the
seatbacks can be dangerous. It
can block your view in the
rearview mirror, which might Open
cause you to hit another car when
changing lanes. Don’t stack Tilt switch
Close
things higher than the seatbacks. J25A2090
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J94A2059
! WARNING NOTE
Closing the Sunroof: After washing your Mazda or after
A closing sunroof can be a rain, wipe the water off the
dangerous. The hands, head, or sunroof before operating it.
even neck of a person - especially
a child - could be caught in it as it
closes, causing serious injury.
Make sure the opening is clear
before closing the sunroof.
■ Sunshade
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3-39
Even if the door isn’t closed, the The map lights are switched on or off
light goes out after about 5 by pressing the switches indicated.
minutes.
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J94S1004_A
The trunk light is on when the lid is Lights on when any door is open.
open and off when it’s closed.
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Fuel Requirements 4- 2
Emission Control System 4- 4
Engine Exhaust 4- 6
Before Driving 4- 7
Break-In Period 4- 8
Money-Saving Suggestions 4- 9
Special Driving Conditions 4-10
Vehicle Information Labels 4-16
4-1
(2.0-liter engine) (2.5-liter engine) Also, fuel with a rating lower than 87
Vehicles equipped with catalytic Vehicles equipped with catalytic octane could cause the emission
converters must use ONLY converters must use ONLY control system to lose effectiveness. It
UNLEADED FUEL, which will UNLEADED FUEL, which will could also cause engine knocking and
reduce exhaust emissions and keep reduce exhaust emissions and keep serious engine damage.
spark plug fouling to a minimum. spark plug fouling to a minimum.
U.S. federal law requires that octane
Your Mazda will perform best with Your Mazda will perform best with ratings be posted on gasoline station
regular unleaded fuel having an octane premium unleaded fuel having an pumps.
rating (antiknock index) of at least 87 octane rating (antiknock index) of at
[(R+M)/2 method]. least 91 [(R+M)/2 method].
Fuel with a lower rating could cause
the emission control system to lose You may use a regular unleaded
effectiveness. It could also cause gasoline with a rating from 87 to 90;
engine knocking and serious engine this will slightly reduce performance.
damage.
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4-3
4-4
4-5
4-6
4-7
■ After Getting In • Release the parking brake and No special break-in is necessary, but a
make sure the brake warning light few precautions in the first 1,000 km
• Are all doors closed and locked? goes off. (600 miles) may add to the
performance, economy, and life of
• Are the inside and outside mirrors Always be thoroughly familiar with your Mazda.
adjusted? your Mazda.
• Don’t race the engine.
• Is everyone’s seat belt fastened?
• Don’t maintain one constant speed
• Do all the lights work? for long periods.
4-8
How you operate your Mazda • Slow down on rough roads. ! WARNING
determines how far it will travel on a
tank of fuel. Use these suggestions to • Keep the tires properly inflated. Coasting:
help save money on fuel and repairs. Turning off the engine to coast
• Don’t carry unnecessary weight. down a hill can be dangerous.
• Avoid long warm-ups. Once the This causes the loss of power
engine runs smoothly, begin • Don’t rest your foot on the brake steering and power brake control.
driving. pedal while driving. Any loss of steering or braking
control could cause an accident.
• Avoid fast starts. • Keep the wheels in correct Never turn off the engine and
alignment. coast down a hill.
• Keep the engine tuned. Follow the
maintenance schedule (page 8-3) • Keep windows closed at high
and have an Authorized Mazda speeds.
Dealer perform inspections and
servicing. • Slow down when driving in
crosswinds and headwinds.
• Use the air conditioner only when
necessary.
4-9
4-10
4-11
4-12
4-13
4-14
Driving with Wet Brakes: Never tow a trailer with your Mazda.
Driving with wet brakes is
dangerous. Increased stopping
! WARNING
distance or the vehicle pulling to Vehicle Load Weight:
one side when braking could The gross axle weight rating
result in a serious accident. Light (GAWR) and the gross vehicle
braking will indicate whether the weight rating (GVWR) of your
brakes have been affected. Dry vehicle are on the Motor Vehicle
the brakes by driving very slowly Safety Standard Label on the
and applying the brakes lightly driver’s door frame. Exceeding
until brake performance returns these ratings can cause an
to normal. accident or vehicle damage. You
can estimate the weight of your
load by weighing the items (or
people) before putting them in the
vehicle. Be careful not to overload
your vehicle.
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Vehicle Identification Number Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Vehicle Emission Control
Label J94A3002 Information Label J94A3003
J94A3001
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4-17
4-18
♥Q041-1B1E Also highlighted are the gearshift and shifting modes, power steering, instruments and gauges, warnings and
indicators, windshield wipers, and interior features. You’ll find complete details about the advanced audio
system too.
■ LOCK
This is the normal running position The engine is started in this position. It
after the engine is started. The warning will crank until you release the key;
lights (except brakes) should be then it returns to the ON position. The
inspected before the engine is started brake warning light can be checked
(page 5-35). after the engine is started (page 5-35).
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J94S.J94A4004 NOTE
If turning the key is difficult, jiggle
the steering wheel from side to
side.
ON(II) ON(II)
♥042-5BE
ACC(I) ACC(I)
Push the key
LOCK(0)
Shift lever
engaged in P
! WARNING
J94A4003 LOCK(0)
(park) Removing the Key:
It’s dangerous to remove the key
▼ Manual transaxle ▼ Automatic transaxle from the ignition switch while the
vehicle is moving. Removing the
When turning the ignition switch to When turning the ignition switch to key allows the steering wheel to
the LOCK position, push the key in at the LOCK position, keep the shift lock. You will lose steering control
the ACC position. lever at P. and a serious accident could
occur. Remove the key only when
the vehicle is parked.
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5-4
5-5
6. After starting the engine, let it idle NOTE 2. Turn the ignition switch to the
for about 10 seconds. START position and hold it
Whether cold or warm, the engine there—for up to 10 seconds. If the
should be started without use of engine starts, release the key and
NOTE the accelerator. accelerator immediately because
the engine will suddenly rev up.
In extremely cold weather, below If the engine fails to start, it may be
–18°C (0°F), or after the vehicle flooded (excessive fuel in the engine). 3. If the engine fails to start, crank it
has stood idle several days, let the without using the accelerator—for
engine warm up without operating Follow this procedure: up to 10 seconds.
the accelerator.
1. Depress the accelerator all the way
and hold it there.
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■ Recommendations for Shifting For cruising, we recommend these stalling and gives better acceleration
shift points. when you need more speed.
▼ Upshifting
2.0-liter engine 2.5-liter engine On a steep downgrade, downshifting
For normal acceleration, we helps maintain safe speed and
13 km/h 13 km/h
recommend these shift points. 1 to 2 prolongs brake life.
( 8 mph) ( 8 mph)
32 km/h 34 km/h
2 to 3
2.0-liter engine 2.5-liter engine (20 mph) (21 mph)
26 km/h 27 km/h 50 km/h 52 km/h
1 to 2 3 to 4
(16 mph) (17 mph) (31 mph) (32 mph)
45 km/h 48 km/h 68 km/h 66 km/h
2 to 3 4 to 5
(28 mph) (30 mph) (42 mph) (41 mph)
53 km/h 56 km/h
3 to 4
(33 mph) (35 mph) ▼ Downshifting
63 km/h 63 km/h
4 to 5
(39 mph) (39 mph) When you must slow down in heavy
traffic or on a steep upgrade,
downshift before the engine starts to
overwork. This reduces the chance of
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J94S.J94A4006_a+7
Lock-release button Shift lever
To prevent unsafe shifting
Overdrive button
For selecting either a three-speed or four-speed transaxle
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In position R, the vehicle moves only Shifting from N or P: The 2 position is helpful when driving
backward. You must be at a complete It’s dangerous to shift from N or in heavy, slow-moving traffic and
stop before shifting from R, except as P into a driving gear when the climbing hills; for braking assist when
explained under Rocking the Vehicle engine is running faster than idle. going down hills; or for starting on
(page 4-11). If this is done, the vehicle could slick surfaces and other situations
Q045-5AE move suddenly, causing an where gentle acceleration may be
▼ N (Neutral) accident or serious injury. If the necessary. Do not exceed 116 km/h
engine is running faster than idle, (72 mph)*1 or 104 km/h (65 mph)*2 in
In N, the wheels and transaxle are not don’t shift from N or P into a the 2 position.
locked. The vehicle will roll freely driving gear.
even on the slightest incline unless the *1 2.0-liter engine
parking brake or brakes are on. ▼ D (Drive) *2 2.5-liter engine
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But to increase engine braking, don’t To turn off the overdrive, push the
use overdrive when going down a button.
steep grade. The transaxle will then shift through a
three-gear sequence in D.
And for a smoother ride with less
shifting, don’t use it when Shift patterns without overdrive:
Overdrive-off
button
• Going up a steep grade; D = 1st, 2nd, 3rd
2 = 2nd (1st, 2nd)*
J94A4007 • Driving in stop-and-go traffic; 1 = 1st
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J94A4006
! CAUTION To turn it on, push the button again.
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NOTE
After starting the engine on very
cold days, the TCS OFF indicator
will remain on and the system will J94A4012
not operate until the engine is
▼ TCS OFF Indicator Light warm. ■ TCS OFF Switch
This light comes on when the ignition Push this switch once to turn off the
switch is turned to the ON position. It TCS. Push it again to turn the TCS
goes off when the engine is started. back on.
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J94A4013
! WARNING ! WARNING (J18Y4021)
Riding the Brakes: Driving with Wet Brakes:
Driving with your foot Driving with wet brakes is
continuously on the brake pedal dangerous. Increased stopping
or steadily applying the brakes for distance or the vehicle pulling to
long distances is dangerous. This one side when braking could
causes overheated brakes, result in a serious accident. Light
resulting in longer stopping braking will indicate whether the
distances or even total brake brakes have been affected. Dry
failure. This could cause loss of the brakes by driving very slowly
vehicle control and a serious and applying the brakes lightly ■ Brake Pad Wear Indicator
accident. Avoid continuous until brake performance is
application of the brakes. Shift to normal. When the disc brake pads become
a lower gear when going down worn, the built-in wear indicators
steep hills. contact the disc plates. This causes a
screeching noise to warn that the pads
should be replaced.
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J94A4014
When you hear this noise, consult an pedal; then lower the handle to the
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as release position while holding the
Parking brake
possible. handle button in. Release the pedal when it’s
safe to do so.
Q047-6A1E
! WARNING
Driving with Worn Disc Pads:
! CAUTION
To set
Driving with worn disc pads is Driving with the parking brake on
To release
dangerous. The brakes could fail will cause excessive wear of the
and cause a serious accident. As brake linings or pads.
soon as you hear the pad wear ■ Parking Brake
indicator consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer. To set the parking brake, depress the
brake pedal; then pull the brake handle
fully upward.
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The ABS control unit continuously If the ABS warning light stays on
monitors the speed of each wheel. If while you’re driving, the ABS
BRAKE one is about to lock up, the ABS control unit has detected a system
responds by automatically releasing malfunction. If this occurs, your
and reapplying that wheel’s brake. brakes will function normally as if
the vehicle had no ABS. Should
The driver will feel a slight vibration this happen, consult an Authorized
in the brake pedal and may hear a Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
chattering noise from the brake
■ Brake System Warning Light system. This is normal when the ABS
operates. Don’t pump the brakes,
If the brake warning light stays on continue to press down on the brake
after the parking brake is fully pedal.
released, the brake system has a
malfunction. Refer to Warning
Lights/Beeps (page 5-36).
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Power steering uses energy from the With cruise control, you can set and ! WARNING
engine. If the engine is off or if the automatically maintain any speed of
power steering system becomes more than about 40 km/h (25 mph). Cruise Control Use:
inoperative, you can still steer, but it Using cruise control in the
will require more effort. following conditions could cause
you to lose control of the vehicle:
If you find steering hard in normal
driving, consult an Authorized Mazda • Heavy or unsteady traffic
Dealer.
• Slippery or winding roads
J94A4017_2001 J94A4018
CRUISE MAIN switch
! WARNING
Cruise Main Switch:
Leaving the CRUISE MAIN
switch on when not using the
cruise control is dangerous as it
may be switched on accidently.
This could result in loss of vehicle
control. Keep the CRUISE MAIN
switch off when cruise control is
not in use.
To activate the system, push the ■ Cruise Set Indicator Light
CRUISE MAIN end of the switch.
The cruise set indicator comes on
To deactivate the system, push the when a cruising speed is set.
OFF end.
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J94A4019 RESUME/
(J18T4016) ACCEL
3. Press the SET/COAST button and ■ To Cancel
button release it at the speed you want.
Release the accelerator at the same To turn off the system, use one of
SET/ time. these methods:
COAST
button ♥049-5AE
• Press the OFF end of the Cruise
NOTE main switch.
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NOTE
With an automatic transaxle
vehicle, the gear is automatically
■ To Resume Cruising Speed at selected when going uphill.
More Than 40 km/h (25 mph)
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Speedometer
Turn signal indicator Turn signal indicator
Tachometer
Fuel gauge
Water temperature gauge
Odometer and Trip meter Odometer/Trip meter selector
J94S5002
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5-31
5-32
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5-34
Bright
■ Warning Lights Inspection The brake system warning light should
go off when the parking brake is
Inspect the warning lights by turning released.
the ignition switch to the ON position
Dim with the engine off and the parking
brake on. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer about any light that
doesn’t come on.
J94A4028 If the brake system warning light is off
when the ignition switch is in the
When the parking lights or headlights START position, have the system
are on, rotate the thumb wheel to inspected by an Authorized Mazda
adjust the brightness of the dashboard Dealer.
lights.
After starting the engine, make sure all
warning lights are off. If one stays on,
it’s signaling for attention.
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■ Brake System Warning If it stays on: 4. After adding fluid, check the light
Light BRAKE
again.
1. Be sure the parking brake is fully
This warning has two functions. released. If the warning light remains on, or
if the brakes do not operate
▼ Parking brake warning 2. Check the light. properly, do not drive the vehicle.
Have it towed to an Authorized
The light comes on when the parking If this light is still on, drive to the Mazda Dealer.
brake is applied with the ignition side of the road and park off the
switch in the START or ON position. right-of-way. Even if the light goes off, have
It goes off when the brake is fully You may notice that the pedal is your brake system inspected as
released. harder to push or that it may go soon as possible.
closer to the floor. In either case, it
▼ Low brake fluid level warning will take longer to stop the vehicle.
If the light stays on after the parking 3. With the engine stopped, check the
brake is fully released, you may have a brake fluid level immediately and
brake problem. add fluid as required (page 8-25).
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3. If it’s OK, the charging system has ■ Engine Oil Pressure 3. Check the light.
a problem. Consult an Authorized Warning Light
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. If the light remains on even after
053-6AE This warning light indicates low you add oil, have your vehicle
engine oil pressure. towed to the nearest service station
! CAUTION If the light comes on while driving:
or to an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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■ Traction Control System ■ Low Fuel Warning Light The check engine light may come on
(TCS) Warning Light* TCS in the following cases:
This warning light stays on for a few This warning signals that the fuel tank • The fuel tank level being very low
seconds when the ignition switch is will soon be empty. Get fuel as soon as or approaching empty.
turned to the ON position. possible.
♥053-9FE • The engine’s electrical system has a
The light flashes when the system ■ Check Engine Light problem.
regulates engine torque and will stay
on if the system malfunctions. If it • The emission control system has a
stays on while the system is operating, If this light comes on while driving, problem.
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. the vehicle may have a problem. It is
important to note the driving • A ROOM fuse blows or is
conditions when the light came on and removed.
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
• The fuel-filler cap is missing or not
tightened securely.
If the light flashes rapidly, fails to ■ Ignition Key Reminder ■ Headlight High-Beam
come on, or comes on and stays on, it Indicator Light
indicates a system malfunction. If any If the ignition switch is in the LOCK
of these occur, contact an Authorized or ACC position, a beep will sound This light indicates one of two things:
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. when any door is opened.
053-19FE • The high-beam headlights are on.
▼ Security indicator light ■ Lights-On Reminder
• The turn-signal lever is in the
When there is no key in the ignition, If lights are on and the key is removed flash-to-pass position.
and the theft-deterrent system has been from the ignition switch, a beep will 053-33AE
armed, the light will flash once every sound when any door is opened. ■ Rear Window Defroster
three seconds. This indicates that the Indicator Light
system is working properly.
This light comes on when the rear
window defroster is on.
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Low beams
J94A4030 J94A4031
Push the lever forward for high beams. To flash the headlights, pull the lever
Pull it back for low. fully toward you. The headlight switch
need not be on, and the lever will
The high-beam indicator light on the return to the normal position when
dashboard is blue. released.
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J94A4033 2 J94A4052
NOTE
Because heavy ice and snow can
jam the wiper blades, the wiper
motor is protected by a circuit
breaker. This mechanism will
automatically stop operation of the
blades, but only for about 5
minutes.
J94A4034 J94A4035
If this happens, turn off the wiper
▼ One-touch wipers switch and park off the ■ Windshield Washer
right-of-way. After 5 minutes, turn 055-5HE
For a single wiping cycle, push the on the switch and the blades The ignition switch must be in the ON
lever up to MIST. should operate normally. If they position.
don’t, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
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J94A4036
Pull the lever toward you and hold it ! WARNING
to spray washer fluid. In the OFF or
INT position, the wipers will be Frozen Washer Fluid:
activated until the lever is released. Using windshield washer fluid in
freezing temperatures could be
If the washer doesn’t work, inspect the dangerous. The washer fluid
fluid level (page 8-33). If it’s OK, could freeze on the windshield
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. and block your vision. You could
have an accident. Don’t use the
washer without first warming the
windshield.
The rear defroster clears frost, fog, and
thin ice from the rear window.
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Cord
Release
catch
45°
45°
1. Using a coin, turn the cap 2. Open the tray by pulling the release 4. Make sure the plug cord is running
counterclockwise (about 45° from catch. through the cap slot, reinstall the
the closed position) and remove it. cap and turn it clockwise (about
3. Pass the plug and the cord through 45° to the opened position).
the hole of the tray and insert the
plug in the socket.
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Unlock
! WARNING
Lock Open Glove Box:
J94A4040 An open glove box can be
dangerous while the vehicle is
moving. To reduce the possibility
of injury in an accident or a
sudden stop, keep the glove box
closed while the vehicle is
moving.
♥♥061-2FE
To open the glove box, pull the latch The door has a lock, insert the primary
toward you. key and turn it clockwise to lock and
counterclockwise to unlock.
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J94S5008 ! WARNING
Using the Cup Holder:
Using the cup holder to hold hot
liquids while the vehicle is moving
is dangerous. If the contents spill,
you could be scalded. Never use
the cup holder to hold hot liquids
while the vehicle is moving.
J94S5007
The front cup holders are on the center The rear cup holders are on the rear
console. center armrest.
To use, lift the covers.
To open the rear cover, open the front
first, then open the rear.
J94S5015_H
! WARNING
Open Storage Box:
Driving with a storage box open is
dangerous. To reduce the
possibility of injury in an accident
or a sudden stop, keep the storage
boxes closed when driving.
J94S5009
! CAUTION ■ Eyeglass Holder (Without sunroof)
In hot weather, don’t leave To open, unlatch the release catch.
combustible materials or objects (With sunroof)
which will deform in extreme heat To open, push the release catch.
such as lighters and glasses in the
vehicle.
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J94A4050A
J94S5022 Release catch
J94S5011
To open, push the release catch down To open, push the release catch down To open the center console box, pull
and pull the lid downward. and pull the lid downward. the lower release catch.
J94S5013 Sunvisor
J94S5010
J94S5023
Small items can be pleced in the tray ■ Rear Armrest Box* When you need a sunvisor, lower it for
of the center console lid. use in front or swing it to the side.
To open, pull the release catch.
To open, pull the upper release catch.
Type A
Cover
Type B
Cover ■ Operating Tips
Use the outside air position in normal Run the air conditioner at least once a
conditions. The recirculated air month to keep internal parts
position can be used temporarily when lubricated.
driving on dusty roads or for quick
cooling of the interior. ▼ Check the refrigerant before
weather gets hot
▼ Parking in direct sunlight
Have the air conditioner checked
If the vehicle has been parked in direct before weather gets hot. Lack of
sunlight during hot weather, open the refrigerant may make the air
windows to let warm air escape, then conditioner less efficient. Consult an
run the climate control system. Authorized Mazda Dealer for
refrigerant inspection.
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J94AAC01
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When you want air When you want air When you want air When you want air When you want to
to the face. to the face and the mainly to the floor. to the floor and defrost the
Use floor. defrost the windshield.
windshield.
Mode
Airflow
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NOTE
Louver
Open
When using the air conditioner,
mist may come out from the vents.
This is not a sign of trouble but a
result of humid air being suddenly
cooled.
Close
Knob
J94AAC02 J94AAC03
You can direct air flow by moving the These vents can be opened by rotating
adjustment knobs and louvers. the vertical wheels up or closed by
rotating them down.
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■ Control Panel
Fan control dial (page 5-66) Temperature control dial (page 5-66) Mode selector switch (page 5-68)
Mode selector switch (page 5-68) Air intake selector switch (page 5-67)
J94S5124
0 — Fan off
1 — Low speed
2 — Medium low speed
3 — Medium high speed
4 — High speed Cold Hot
J94AAC10 J94AAC11
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! WARNING NOTE
The Recirculated Air Position: • Clear all snow and ice from the
Using the recirculated air position hood and the air inlet in the
in cold weather will cause the cowling grille to improve
glass to fog up. Your vision will be heater and defroster efficiency
hampered, which could lead to a and to reduce the probability of
serious accident. Do not use the fogging on the inside of the
recirculated air position in cold windshield. J94AAC17
weather.
• When using the and the
mode, select the outside ▼ Mode selector switch
air position (indicator light off)
for maximum defogging of the Press the mode selector switch to
front windshield. select airflow mode. (page 5-63)
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NOTE J94S5125_a
NOTE
J94AAC14
• The optional air conditioner is
filled with R134a, a refrigerant
▼ Air conditioner switch that will not damage the ozone ▼ Ventilation
(With air conditioner)* layer.
1. Set the mode selector switch to the
Press the switch to turn the air • If the air conditioner is low on position.
conditioner on. An indicator light on refrigerant or has a
the switch will illuminate when the fan malfunction, consult an 2. Set the air intake selector switch to
switch is on. Press the switch once Authorized Mazda Dealer. the outside air position (indicator
again to turn the air conditioner off. light off).
3. Set the temperature control dial to J94S5126 3. Set the temperature control dial to
the desired position. the hot position.
4. Set the fan control dial to the 4. Set the fan control dial to the
desired speed. desired speed.
NOTE
▼ Heating
If the windshield fogs up easily, set
1. Set the mode selector switch to the the mode selector switch to the
position. position.
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If cooler air is desired at face level, set J94S5127 3. Set the air intake selector switch to
the mode selector switch at the the either position.
position and adjust the temperature
control dial to maintain maximum 4. Set the temperature control dial to
comfort. the desired position.
The air to the floor is warmer than air 5. Set the fan control dial to the
to the face (except when the desired speed.
temperature control dial is set at the
extreme hot or cold position). 6. Adjust the fan control dial and
temperature control dial to maintain
▼ Cooling (With air conditioner)* maximum comfort.
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▼ Dehumidifying 5. Set the fan control dial to the ■ Oscillating Air Vent*
(With air conditioner)* desired speed.
The air from the center ventilation
Operate the air conditioner in cool or louver can automatically be swung in
cold weather to help defog the both right and left directions.
windshield and side windows. To turn on, push the switch in.
Another push will turn it off. When the
switch is turned off, the direction of
Radio Reception
airflow can manually be adjusted by J18Y4136 AD signals. Because of this, two stations
the thumb wheel. Ionosphere may sometimes be picked up on the
same frequency at the same time.
NOTE
When the switch is turned on, the
louver always swings even when
no air comes out from the center
ventilation. Station 1 Station 2
■ AM Characteristics
▼ Station mixing
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J18Y4138 AD
FM Station Because of extra coding needed to
Ionosphere
break the sound into two channels,
FM
stereo FM has even less range than wave
AM wave
monaural (nonstereo) FM.
40—50 km
(25—30 miles)
FM wave
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J18Y4139 AD
▼ Multipath noise
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J18Y4140 AD J18Y4141 AD
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Station 1 Station 2
88.1 MHz 88.3 MHz
J18Y4142 AD J18Y4143 AD
This occurs very close to a transmitter When a vehicle reaches the area of two
tower. The broadcast signals are strong stations broadcasting at similar
extremely strong, so the result is noise frequencies, the original station may be
and sound breakup at the radio temporarily lost and the second station
receiver. picked up. At this time there will be
some noise from this disturbance.
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Safety Certification
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NOTE NOTE
For CD player section: This equipment has been tested
This device complies with part 15 and found to comply with the
of the FCC Rules. Operation is limits for a Class B digital device,
subject to the following two pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
conditions: (1) This device may Rules. These limits are designed to
not cause harmful interference, provide reasonable protection
and (2) this device must accept any against harmful interference in a
interference received, including residential installation. This
interference that may cause equipment generates, uses, and can
undesired operation. radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a
particular installation.
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07L032–002B Disc in indicator Band selector buttons MD*1/Cassette tape play button*1 CD eject button
CD play button Clock button
Fast-forward button
Disc down button*1 Disc up button*1 Repeat button Program*1/Random button Reverse/Rewind button*1
*1 Use this button if a cassette tape player, MD player or CD changer is connected to this unit.
07L032–002 Disc in indicator Band selector buttons MD/Cassette tape play button CD eject button
CD play button Clock button
Load button
(Only in-dash CD changer)
Fast-forward button
NOTE
To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the audio
76Y032-005 system on for a long period when 76Y032-006
■ Power ON/OFF the engine is not running. ▼ Volume adjustment
Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or Turn the power/volume knob to adjust
ON position. the volume.
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NOTE
About 5 seconds after selecting
any mode, the volume function
will be automatically selected. To
reset bass, treble, fade, and
balance, press and hold the audio
control knob for 2 seconds. The
unit will beep and “CL” will be
displayed.
76Y032-007A 76Y032-008
▼ Audio sound adjustment 2. Turn the audio control knob to
adjust the selected function; bass,
1. Press the audio control knob to mid-range, treble, fade or balance.
select bass, mid-range, treble, fade
or balance control. The selected
function will be indicated.
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To adjust the bass, select BASS by To adjust the mid-range, select MID To adjust the treble, select TREB by
pressing the audio control knob. by pressing the audio control knob. pressing the audio control knob.
“BASS” will be displayed. “MID” will be displayed. “TREB” will be displayed.
Turn the audio control knob to the Turn the audio control knob to the Turn the audio control knob to the
right to increase bass, to the left to right to increase mid-range, to the left right to increase treble, to the left to
decrease it. The level will be to decrease it. The level will be decrease it. The level will be
displayed. displayed. displayed.
Release the audio control knob when Release the audio control knob when Release the audio control knob when
the desired level has been reached. the desired level has been reached. the desired level has been reached.
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Turn the audio control knob to the Turn the audio control knob to the
right to shift the sound to the rear, to right to shift the sound to the right, to
the left to shift the sound to the front. the left to shift the sound to the left.
The level will be displayed. The level will be displayed. 07L032–003
Release the audio control knob when Release the audio control knob when ■ Clock
the desired level has been reached. the desired level has been reached.
▼ Setting the time
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07L032–007
3. To advance the hours, press the
hour set button (H) to advance the
minutes, press the minute set button
(M) while the time is flashing.
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NOTE
If the time is not adjusted while the
clock’s current time is flashing (if
neither the H nor M is pressed),
and the clock button is pressed a
second time, the minutes will be
set to 00. If the clock’s current
J58PAU4032 time setting is within the latter part
of the hour (from 30 to 59 min),
the hour setting will automatically 07L032–003
advance one hour. ▼ Changing the display mode
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NOTE ▼ Radio ON
07L032–006
■ Operating the Radio
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Select AM by pressing the AM button The radio has the following tuning
and FM1 or FM2 by pressing the methods: Manual, Seek, Scan, Preset
FM1/2 button. channel, and Auto memory tuning. Lower Higher
The easiest way to tune stations is to frequency frequency
The selected mode will be indicated. set them on preset channels.
If FM stereo is being received, “ST”
will be displayed.
NOTE
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NOTE If the power supply is interrupted Manual tuning
(fuse blows or the battery is
If the FM broadcast signal disconnected), the preset channels Turning the manual tuning knob will
becomes weak, reception will be canceled. change to a higher or lower frequency.
automatically changes from
STEREO to MONO for reduced
noise, and the “ST” indicator will
go out.
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NOTE
If you continue to press and hold
Higher frequency the button, the frequency will
continue changing without
stopping.
Lower frequency
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Seek tuning Scan tuning
Pressing the seek tuning button will Press the scan button to automatically
cause the tuner to seek a higher or sample strong stations. Scanning stops
lower frequency automatically. at each station for about 5 seconds. To
hold a station, merely press the scan
button again during this interval.
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NOTE
When a metal tape is inserted, the
player will automatically
compensate for it and “MTL” will
be displayed.
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▼ Playing ▼ Dolby noise reduction
Press the cassette tape play button to When using a tape with Dolby NR*,
start playing when a cassette tape is in push the button. The symbol
the unit. If there isn’t a cassette tape in will be displayed. To play a tape
the unit when the cassette tape play without Dolby NR, push the button
button is pressed, “NO TAPE” will once again.
flash on and off in sequence.
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▼ Fast forward/Rewind
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NOTE
When the cassette tape ends, the
unit automatically reverses play.
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▼ Reversing ▼ APC (Automatic Program
Control)
Press the program button to change
cassette tape-playing direction. APC is used to find the beginning of
either the next program or the one
being played.
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Press the APC button (ƞ) to the If APC detects 15 seconds of blank
beginning of the next selection. space it will automatically advance the
Press the APC button (Ɵ) to the tape to the next selection.
beginning of the one being played.
To stop this operation and play the
cassette tape, press the button again. NOTE
APC may not operate properly if
• A tape was recorded at a low
level.
• A tape has long, silent intervals. 76Y032-014
• A tape is a live recording. ▼ Repeat play
• A tape has very short intervals
of less than 3 seconds. This operation makes it possible to
listen to a selection repeatedly.
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NOTE
RPT may not operate properly if
• A tape was recorded at a low
level.
• A tape has long, silent intervals.
• A tape is a live recording. 76Y032-005 76Y032-022
• A tape has very short intervals ▼ Stopping ▼ Ejecting the cassette tape
of less than 3 seconds.
Press the power/volume knob to stop Press the cassette tape eject button to
cassette tape play. eject the cassette tape.
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NOTE ■ Operating Tips for Cassette Tape ▼ Handing the cassette tape player
player
The cassette tape can be ejected The following precautions should be
when the ignition switch is in the ▼ Cleaning the cassette tape player observed.
OFF position.
The tape head, capstans, and pinch
rollers will gather oxide residue from
cassette tapes. This can cause weak or
wavering sounds and damage to the
cassette tapes and player. Use a good
quality head-cleaning tape or a liquid
cleaner cassette tape to remove it.
Should the unit not operate normally,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Never attempt to repair it or insert a
screwdriver or anything else.
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• Only cassette tapes that play no • Insert only cassette tapes into the ■ Operating the Mini Disc (MD)
longer than 90 minutes should be slot. If objects other than cassette Player*
used. Cassette tape exceeding 90 tapes are inserted, they may damage
minutes are thin and may easily the player. To operate the MD player, turn the
break. ignition switch to the ACC or ON
position.
• Do not leave a cassette tape in the
tape player slot when not in use. ▼ Inserting the MD
Remove it completely to permit the
slot door to close and to protect the Insert the MD, label-side up with the
mechanism from dust. arrow pointed to the slot. The
auto-loading mechanism will set the
• Store cassette tape away from MD and begin play. There will be a
extreme heat, magnetic fields, and short lapse before play begins while
direct sunlight. Protect the exposed the player reads the digital signals on
cassette tape from dirt and damage. the MD.
Store cassette tapes in their original
cases or other protective cases.
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▼ Playing ▼ Repeat play
Press the MD play button to start This feature makes it possible to listen
playing when a MD is in the unit. to a selection repeatedly.
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▼ Random play ▼ Music scan
This feature allows the MD player to This feature helps to find a program by
randomly select the order of the songs. playing about the first 10 seconds of
each track.
Press the random button during play. Press the scan button during play to
The next selection will be randomly start scan play operation (the track
selected (“RDM” will be displayed). number will flash).
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Track up
NOTE
If the unit is left in scan, normal Track down
play will resume where scan was
selected. Reverse Fast forward
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▼ Track search ▼ Fast-forward/Reverse
Press the track up button once to skip Press and hold the fast-forward button
forward to the beginning of the next to advance through a track at high
track. speed.
Press the track down button once to Press and hold the reverse button to
skip back to the beginning of the reverse through a track at high speed.
current track.
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NOTE
If there is no song or disc title
recorded on the MD, “NO TITLE”
will be displayed.
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■ Error Indications
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1. Press and hold the load button for The first-inserted CD will be
about 2 seconds until a beep is played automatically when:
heard.
• No CD is inserted within 15
2. When “In” is displayed, insert the seconds after “In” is displayed.
CD.
• The CD trays are full.
3. When “In” is displayed again,
76Y032-012A insert the next CD.
Normal insertion
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▼ Repeat play ▼ Random play
This feature makes it possible to listen This feature allows the CD player to
to a selection repeatedly. randomly select the order of the songs.
Press the repeat button during play. Press the random button during play.
The current selection will be repeated The next selection will be randomly
(“RPT” will be displayed). selected (“RDM” will be displayed).
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Press the random button once again to Press the scan button once again to
cancel random play. cancel scan play.
NOTE
If the unit is left in scan, normal
play will resume where scan was
selected.
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▼ Music scan
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Track up
Track down
Press the disc up button ( ƞ ) to skip Press the track up button once to skip Press and hold the fast-forward button
forward to the beginning of the next forward to the beginning of the next to advance through a track at high
CD. track. speed.
Press the disc down button ( Ɵ ) to Press the track down button once to Press and hold the reverse button to
skip back to the beginning of the skip back to the beginning of the reverse through a track at high speed.
previous CD. current track.
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▼ Ejecting the CD
(In-dash CD changer)
Normal ejection
Press the power/volume knob to stop Press the CD eject button to eject the
CD play. CD.
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• Do not spill any liquid on the audio • Do not insert any objects, other
system. than CDs, into the slot.
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• When driving over uneven • The CD player/changer has been
surfaces, the sound will jump. designed to play CDs bearing the
identification logo as shown. No
other discs can be played.
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• Do not stick paper or tape on the • Do not use record sprays, antistatic
CD. Avoid scratching the reverse agents, or household spray
side (the side without a label). cleaners. Volatile chemicals such as
benzine and thinner can also
• Dust, finger smudges, and dirt can damage the surface of the CD and
decrease the amount of light must not be used. Anything that
reflected from the signal surface, can damage, warp, or fog plastic
thus affecting sound quality. If the should never be used to clean CDs.
CD should become soiled, gently
J45T4071 wipe it with a soft cloth from the • CDs, like traditional audio records,
center of the CD to the edge. are made of plastic. To avoid
• Be sure never to touch the signal warping, keep the CDs in their
surface when handling the CDs. cases and do not store them where
Pick up a CD by grasping the outer they will be exposed to direct
edge or the edge of the hole and the sunlight.
outer edge.
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Antenna
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J94A5001 Depress the hazard warning switch If the temperature gauge indicates
and all four turn signals will flash at overheating, if you experience power
once. loss, or if you hear a loud knocking or
pinging noise, the engine is probably
too hot.
NOTE
If this happens:
• The turn signals don’t work
when the hazard warning lights 1. Drive safely to the side of the road
are on. and park off the right-of-way.
The hazard warning lights warn other • Check local regulations about 2. Set an automatic transaxle in P, a
drivers that your vehicle is a traffic the use of hazard warning lights manual transaxle in neutral. Apply
hazard and that they must take while the vehicle is being the parking brake.
extreme caution when near it. towed. They may forbid it.
3. Turn off the air conditioner.
The hazard warning lights should
always be used when you stop on or
near a roadway.
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! WARNING cooling fans will start to cool the If you find no problems, the engine
engine. is cool, and no leaks are obvious,
Steam from Overheated Engine: If neither coolant nor steam is carefully add coolant as required
Steam from an overheated engine escaping, open the hood and idle (page 8-21).
is dangerous. The escaping steam the engine until it cools. If this
could seriously burn you. Open doesn’t lower the temperature, stop
the hood ONLY after steam is no the engine and let it cool.
longer escaping from the engine.
5. Check the coolant level.
4. Check whether coolant or steam is If it’s low, look for leaks in the
escaping from the hood or from the radiator hoses and connections,
engine compartment. heater hoses and connections,
radiator, and water pump.
If steam is coming from the engine If you find a leak or other damage,
compartment, don’t go near the or if coolant is still leaking, stop the
front of the vehicle. Stop the engine and call an Authorized
engine. Then turn the ignition Mazda Dealer.
switch to the ON position without
starting the engine. The radiator
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6-4
! WARNING Discharged
battery
Discharged
battery
(–) (+) (+)
(+) (–)
Jump-Starting: (+)
Jump-starting a frozen battery or
one with a low fluid level is Jumper cables (–) Jumper cables (–)
dangerous. It may rupture or
explode, causing serious injury. Connect cables in
Booster Connect cables in
Booster
numerical order numerical order
Don’t jump-start a frozen battery and disconnect in battery and disconnect in battery
or one with a low fluid level. reverse order. reverse order.
2.0-liter engine 2.5-liter engine
94S060–003 94S060–002
1. Make sure the booster battery is 12
volts and that its negative terminal is ! CAUTION
grounded.
If the booster battery is in another
vehicle, don’t allow the vehicles to
touch. A short could be created.
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2. Turn off the engine of the vehicle (4) Connect the other end to a solid, ! WARNING
with the booster battery and all stationary, exposed metallic
unnecessary electrical loads in both point (for example, the engine Connecting to Negative Terminal:
vehicles. hanger) away from the Connecting the end of the second
discharged battery ④. cable to the negative (–) terminal
3. Connect the jumper cables in the of the discharged battery is
exact sequence as in the illustration. 4. Start the engine of the booster dangerous. A spark could cause
(1) Connect one end of a cable to vehicle and run it a few minutes. the gas around the battery to
the positive terminal on the Then start the engine of the other explode and injure someone.
discharged battery ①. vehicle. Connect the cable to a point away
(2) Attach the other end to the from the battery.
positive terminal on the booster 5. When finished, carefully
battery ②. disconnect the cables in the reverse
(3) Connect one end of the other order described in Step 3.
cable to the negative terminal
of the booster battery ③.
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Normal Blown
J94A5005 (J18Y5006)
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J94A5006
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FUSE
DESCRIPTION PROTECTED COMPONENT
RATING
Tail lights, Parking lights, Dashboard illumination, License plate
11 TAIL 15A lights, Switches illumination
12 HORN 15A Horn
13 (ABS) 20A Antilock brake system*
14 — — —
15 ST. SIGN 10A Starter signal
16 H/L–L 15A Head light (Left)
17 H/L–R 15A Head light (Right)
18 (ABS) 20A Antilock brake system*
FUSE
DESCRIPTION PROTECTED COMPONENT
RATING
13 P. WIND 30A Power windows*
14 — — —
15 RADIO 15A Audio system*, Socket, outside mirror
16 ENGINE 10A Engine control system
Tail light, License plate lights, parking lights, Dashboard
17 ILLUMI 10A illumination
18 STOP 15A Brake lights, Horn, Cruise control*
19 CIGAR 15A Accessory socket, clock*, radio*, outside mirror
20 — — —
21 — — —
22 P. SEAT 30A Power seat*
23 M. DEF 15A Mirror defroter*
24 P. POINT 15A Power point
J94S6001
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J94S6002 J94S6003
! CAUTION
Don’t tow with sling-type
equipment. This could damage
your vehicle. Use wheel-lift or
flatbed equipment.
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! CAUTION
Don’t use the hook loops under the
front and rear for towing. They are
designed ONLY for tying down
the vehicle when it’s being
transported. Using them for towing
will damage the bumper.
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J94A5014
Turn the wing bolt counterclockwise. Turn the tire hold-down bolt
counterclockwise with the lug wrench.
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4. Have everyone get out of the Force the end of the wrench firmly
vehicle and away from the vehicle between wheel and cover or cap,
and traffic. or removal will be difficult.
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! CAUTION
(Center Cap)
There is a valve-stem mark inside
the center cap. When installing the
center cap, align this mark with the Jacking position
tire’s valve stem.
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10. Insert the lug wrench into the jack 14. Turn the lug wrench
and turn it clockwise until the tire counterclockwise and lower the
just clears the ground, less than vehicle. Use the lug wrench to
25 mm (1 in). Before removing tighten the nuts in the order
the lug nuts, make sure your shown.
Mazda is firmly in position and
that it cannot slip or move.
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6-27
! CAUTION properly.
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Be aware that appearance is not the only reason for cleanliness. Road grime tends to eat away at the metal, so
077-1A1E keeping your vehicle clean in the way Section 7 prescribes will help prevent its early deterioration and rusting.
7-2
■ Damage Caused by Bird Tree sap will harden and adhere Bird droppings can be removed with a
Dropping, Insects, or Tree Sap permanently to the paint finish. If you soft sponge and water. If you are
scratch the sap off while it is hard, traveling and these are not available, a
▼ Occurrence some vehicle paint could come off moistened tissue may also take care of
with it. the problem. The cleaned area should
Bird dropping contain acids. If these be waxed according to the instructions
aren’t removed they can eat away the ▼ Prevention in this section.
clear and color base coat of the
vehicle’s paintwork. It is necessary to have your Mazda Insects and tree sap are best removed
washed and waxed to preserve its with a soft sponge and water or a
When insects stick to the paint surface finish according to the instructions in commercially available chemical
and decompose, corrosive compounds this section. This should be done as cleaner.
form. These can erode the clear and soon as possible.
color base coat of the vehicle’s Another method is to cover the
paintwork if they are not removed. affected area with dampened
newspaper for one to two hours. After
removing the newspaper, rinse off the
loosened debris with water.
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7-4
7-5
Follow all label and container ■ Maintaining the Finish Scratches occur on the paint surface
directions when using a chemical when:
cleaner or polish. Read all warnings ▼ Washing
and cautions. • The vehicle is washed without first
To help protect the finish from rust rinsing off dirt and other foreign
and deterioration, wash your Mazda matter.
thoroughly and frequently, at least
once a month, with lukewarm or cold • The vehicle is washed with a
water. rough, dry, or dirty cloth.
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Pay special attention to removing salt, After washing the vehicle, dry it with a ▼ Waxing
dirt, mud, and other foreign material clean chamois to prevent water spots
from the underside of the wings, and from forming. Your vehicle needs to be waxed when
make sure the drain holes in the lower water no longer beads on the finish.
edges of the doors and rocker panels Always wash and dry the vehicle
are clean. ! WARNING before waxing it. In addition to the
Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings, vehicle body, wax the metal trim to
industrial fallout, and similar deposits Driving with Wet Brakes: maintain its luster.
can damage the finish if not removed Driving with wet brakes is
immediately. When prompt washing dangerous. Increased stopping 1. Use wax which contains no
with plain water is ineffective, use a distance or the vehicle pulling to abrasives. Waxes containing
mild soap made for use on vehicles. one side when braking could abrasive will remove paint and
result in a serious accident. Light could damage bright metal parts.
Thoroughly rinse off all soap with braking will indicate whether the
lukewarm or cold water. Don’t allow brakes have been affected. Dry 2. Use a good grade of natural wax
soap to dry on the finish. the brakes by driving very slowly for metallic, mica, and solid colors.
and applying the brakes lightly
until brake performance is 3. When waxing, coat evenly with the
normal. sponge supplied or a soft cloth.
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4. Wipe off the wax with a soft cloth. ■ Repairing Damage to the Finish ■ Bright-Metal Maintenance
Deep scratches or chips on the finish • Use tar remover to remove road tar
NOTE should be repaired promptly. Exposed and insects. Never do this with a
metal quickly rusts and can lead to knife or similar tool.
A spot remover to remove oil, tar, major repairs.
and similar materials will usually • To prevent corrosion on
also take off the wax. Rewax these bright-metal surfaces, apply wax or
areas even if the rest of the vehicle
doesn’t need it.
! CAUTION chrome preservative and rub it to a
high luster.
If your Mazda is damaged and
needs metal parts repaired or • During cold weather or in coastal
replaced, make sure the body shop areas, cover bright-metal parts with
applies anticorrosion materials to a coating of wax or preservative
all parts, both repaired and new. heavier than usual. It would also
This will prevent them from help to coat them with
rusting. noncorrosive petroleum jelly or
some other protective compound.
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080-1A1E So Section 8 has been prepared as a guide for the operator who wants to self-service such minor jobs as
changing the engine oil, replacing bulbs and wiper blades, charging the battery, and rotating the tires. All
maintenance schedules are included, along with instructions on how to make regular inspections of such things
as fluid levels.
Introduction 8- 2
Scheduled Maintenance 8- 3
Owner Maintenance 8-11
8-1
Be extremely careful to prevent injury damage or an accident and injuries. Any auto repair shop using parts
to yourself and others and damage to equivalent to your Mazda’s original
your vehicle when using this manual For expert advice and quality service, equipment may perform maintenance.
for inspection and maintenance. consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. But we recommend that it always be
done by an Authorized Mazda
If you’re unsure about any procedure The owner should retain evidence that Dealer using genuine Mazda parts.
it describes, we strongly urge you to proper maintenance has been
have a reliable and qualified service performed as prescribed.
shop perform the work, preferably an
Authorized Mazda Dealer. A claim against a warranty will not
qualify if it results from lack of
Factory-trained Mazda technicians and maintenance and not from defective
genuine Mazda parts are best for your material or authorized Mazda
vehicle. Without this expertise and the workmanship.
parts that have been designed and
made especially for your Mazda,
inadequate, incomplete, and
insufficient servicing may result in
problems. This could lead to vehicle
8-2
Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions applies.
If any of them apply, follow Schedule 2 (Puerto Rico residents follow Schedule 2).
• Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are being used
8-3
NOTE
After the described period, continue to follow the described maintenance at the recommended intervals.
8-4
8-5
8-6
8-7
8-8
8-9
8-10
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8-12
8-13
Fuse block
Battery
Coolant reservoir
8-14
2.5-liter engine Cooling system cap Air filter Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
Fuse block
Battery
Coolant reservoir
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8-16
8-17
5. Pull it out again and examine the ▼ Changing engine oil and filter ! WARNING
level. It’s OK between L and F.
Change engine oil and filter according Handling Used Engine Oil:
But if it’s near at or below L, add to Scheduled Maintenance (page Continuous contact with used
enough oil to bring the level to F. 8-3). engine oil could be dangerous. It
could cause skin cancer. Always
Please act responsibly—protect the wash with soap and water
! CAUTION environment and take used oil to a immediately after changing oil
and filter.
recycling facility. Ask your dealer or a
Don’t add engine oil over F. service station for information.
This may cause engine damage.
NOTE
The distance between L and F on
the dipstick represents 1.0 L (1.06
US qt, 0.88 Imp qt).
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3. Replace the plug tightly after the Check the oil level and fill to the F NOTE
oil has thoroughly drained. mark if necessary.
• The indicated engine oil
4. Fill the engine with new oil to the F Oil capacity capacities are for general
mark on the dipstick. (General reference only) reference purposes only. When
adding or changing oil, verify
5. Securely replace the oil-filler cap. 2.0-liter engine: the engine oil level with the oil
3.3 L (3.5 US qt, 2.9 Imp qt) dipstick.
6. Start the engine and inspect around
the drain plug for leaks. 2.5-liter engine: • Use only specified engine oil
3.7 L (3.9 US qt, 3.3 Imp qt) (page 8-16).
7. Turn it off and wait 5 minutes for
the oil to return to the oil pan. Changing oil filter
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Radiator coolant will damage • Use only soft (demineralized) • DO NOT USE alcohol or
paint. Rinse it off quickly. water in the coolant mixture. methanol antifreeze. DO NOT
Water that contains minerals MIX alcohol or methanol with
will cut down on the coolant’s the coolant. This could damage
NOTE effectiveness. the cooling system.
Mixing green coolant with orange • Don’t add only water. Always • Don’t use a solution that
coolant could decrease the service add a proper coolant mixture. contains more than 60 percent
life expentancy of the coolant. Use antifreeze.
only genuine Mazda orange This would reduce
colored or equivalent coolant. effectiveness.
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8-23
2.5-liter engine 5. Fill the radiator (to the top of the 8. Then do this:
Tighten filler neck) and then the coolant
Loosen reservoir (to F) with as much • Run the engine at 2,500 rpm for
ethylene-glycol-based coolant and about 5 minutes.
Cooling system cap
water as necessary to provide
protection from freezing and • Increase the engine speed to
Loosen corrosion. 3,000 rpm for about 5 seconds
Drain plug
In extremely cold climates, add the and then release the accelerator.
Tighten
amount recommended by the
coolant manufacturer. • Do this 4 or 5 times.
J94A7010A
3. With the drain plug loose but not 6. Reinstall the cooling system cap. • Make sure the engine
fully removed, flush out the system temperature gauge does not
with running water. 7. Run the engine at idle for about 10 reach the HOT zone.
minutes.
4. Drain the system completely and After turning off the engine, inspect
retighten the plug. the drain plug and the water hoses
for leaks.
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NOTE ■ Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir
Level regularly. If it’s low, add fluid until it
Mixing green coolant with orange reaches MAX. It should be kept at
coolant could decrease the service The brakes and clutch draw fluid from MAX.
life expentancy of the coolant. Use the same reservoir.
only genuine Mazda orange Before adding fluid, thoroughly clean
colored or equivalent coolant the area around the cap.
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J94A7015
! WARNING High
■ Inspecting Power Steering Fluid The level must be kept between the
Level HIGH and LOW marks.
8-27
Visually examine the lines and hoses 6. It must be between HIGH and If new fluid is required frequently,
for leaks and damage. LOW. Add fluid if necessary. consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
8-28
■ Inspecting Automatic Transaxle ! CAUTION 1. Park on a level surface and set the
Fluid Level parking brake firmly.
• Low fluid level causes
The automatic transaxle fluid level transaxle slippage. Overfilling 2. Idle the engine about two minutes.
should be inspected regularly. Measure can cause foaming, loss of Push down on the brake pedal.
it as described below. fluid, and malfunction.
3. Move the shift lever through all
The volume of fluid changes with the • Use specified fluid (page 10-2). ranges and set it at P.
temperature. Fluid must be checked at A nonspecified fluid could
idle without driving at normal result in transaxle malfunction
operating temperature. and failure.
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5. Pull it out again. When the engine has been running and
the fluid is at normal operating
The proper fluid level is marked on the temperature, about 65°C (150°F) to
dipstick as follows. 77°C (170°F), the level must be within
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▼ Fluid cold scale B NOTE Fully insert the dipstick. When adding
fluid, inspect with the dipstick to make
When the engine has not been running • Use the cold scale only as a sure it doesn’t pass full.
and the outside temperature is about reference.
20°C (70°F), the level must be
between Full and Low. • If outside temperature is lower
than about 20°C (70°F), start
the engine and inspect the fluid
level after the engine reaches
operating temperature.
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A viscous paper air filter fits inside the 2. Lift off the air filter cover and
air cleaner housing, as shown. It’s remove the filter.
been specially treated and should not
be cleaned and reused. Replace it 3. Wipe inside the air cleaner housing
when necessary. with a damp cloth.
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NOTE ■ Maintaining Wiper Blades If the blades are not wiping properly,
clean the window and blades with a
If the vehicle is operated in very good cleaner or mild detergent; then
dusty or sandy areas, replace the
filter more often than
! CAUTION rinse thoroughly with clean water.
Repeat if necessary.
recommended intervals. Hot waxes applied by automatic
car washes have been known to
affect the cleanability of windows. ! CAUTION
! CAUTION To prevent damage to the wiper
Contamination of either the windshield
Don’t drive without an air filter. or the blades with foreign matter can blades, don’t use gasoline,
This could result in excessive reduce wiper effectiveness. Common kerosene, paint thinner, or other
engine wear. sources are insects, tree sap, and hot solvents on or near them.
wax treatments used by some
commercial car washes.
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Metal support J94A7023
(J18Y7037) (J18Y7038) ! CAUTION
• Don’t bend the stiffeners. You
Pull out need to use them again.
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J94A7025
(J18Y7039)
NOTE ! WARNING
Install the blade so that the tabs are Spilled Battery Fluid:
toward the bottom of the wiper arm. Spilled battery fluid is dangerous.
Tabs ♥083-31A1E Battery fluid contains
■ Battery SULFURIC ACID which could
cause serious injuries, if it gets in
your eyes or on your skin. If this
! WARNING happens, immediately flush your
eyes with water for 15 minutes or
Battery-Related Lead Materials: wash your skin thoroughly and
5. Carefully insert the new blade Battery posts, terminals and get medical attention. Be careful
rubber. related accessories contain lead not to get battery fluid on
Then install the blade assembly in and lead compounds, chemicals yourself.
the reverse order of removal. known to the State of California
to cause cancer and reproductive
harm.
Wash hands after handling.
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! WARNING ! WARNING
Battery-Related Explosion: Children and Batteries:
Flames and sparks near open Allowing children to play near
battery cells are dangerous. batteries is dangerous. Battery
Hydrogen gas, produced during fluid could cause serious injuries
normal battery operation, could if it gets in the eyes or on the skin. J94A7026
ignite and cause the battery to Always keep batteries out of the (J18T7029)
explode. An exploding battery can reach of children.
cause serious burns and injuries.
Keep all flames, including
cigarettes, and sparks away from To get the best service from a battery:
open battery cells.
• Keep it securely mounted.
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Also, inspect them for uneven wear
(J18Y7061+62)
Tread wear indicator
! WARNING
and damage. Abnormal wear is usually
caused by one or a combination of the Worn Tires:
following: Driving with worn tires is
dangerous. Reduced braking,
• Incorrect tire pressure steering, and traction could result
in an accident. Always use tires
• Improper wheel alignment that are in good condition.
New tread Worn tread
• Out-of-balance wheel
After rotation, bring all tire pressures If a tire wears evenly, a wear indicator
to specification (page 10-6) and will appear as a solid band across the
inspect the lug nuts for tightness. tread. Replace the tire when this
happens. You may need to replace it
before the band is across the entire
tread.
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Inspect the temporary spare tire at • Don’t use your temporary spare When replacing a wheel, make sure
least monthly to make sure it’s tire rim with a snow tire or a the new one is the same as the original
properly inflated and stored. conventional tire. Neither will factory wheel in diameter, rim width,
properly fit and could damage and offset.
The temporary spare tire is easier to both tire and rim.
handle because of its construction. It is Proper tire balancing provides the best
lighter and smaller than a conventional • The temporary spare tire has a riding comfort and helps reduce tread
tire and should be used only for an tread life of up to 4,800 km wear. Out-of-balance tires can cause
emergency and only for a short (3,000 miles), depending on vibration and uneven wear, such as
distance. road conditions and driving cupping and flat spots.
habits.
Use the temporary only until the
conventional tire is repaired, which • When the tread wear solid-band
should be as soon as possible. indicator appears, replace the
tire with the same type of
Maintain its pressure at 420 kPa (60 temporary spare.
psi).
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• Bumper height
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! WARNING ! WARNING
Handling Halogen Bulbs: Children and Halogen Bulbs:
When a halogen bulb breaks, it is Playing with a halogen bulb is
dangerous. These bulbs contain dangerous. Serious injuries could
pressurized gas. If one is broken, be caused by dropping a halogen
it will explode and serious injuries bulb or breaking it some other
could be caused by the flying way. Always keep halogen bulbs
Bolts
glass. If the glass portion is out of the reach of children.
touched with bare hands, body oil
could cause the bulb to overheat
and explode when lit. Never touch 1. Make sure the headlight switch is off.
the glass portion of the bulb with
your bare hands and always wear 2. Lift the hood and find the bulb in
eye protection when handling or the rear of the headlight body.
working around halogen bulbs.
3. (2.5-liter engine)
Remove the bolts and the coolant
reservoir.
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Front-turn signal lights/ Interior light 10W (–) Courtesy lights 5W (–)
Parking lights 27/8W (1157NA)
J94A7033_a
J94A7034 J94S8004
The number in ( ) shows the bulb To replace the map light bulbs, contact
number. an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
J94S8003
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J94S8006
J94S8005
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License plate light 5W (–) Trunk light 5W (–) High-mount brake light
27W (1156)
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J94A7037 (J18T7051)
94S060–001
Customer Assistance 9- 2
Mazda Importer/Distributors 9- 7
Warranties for Your Mazda 9- 9
Outside the United States and Canada 9-10
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories 9-10
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) 9-12
Reporting Safety Defects 9-14
Service Publications 9-16
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Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. We are here to serve you. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have
the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition.
If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement regarding the service of your Mazda vehicle or servicing
by Mazda Dealer personnel, we recommend that you take the following steps:
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If you would like to write a letter, please address it to the following, Attn: Customer Assistance, which corresponds with
your state:
This way, we can be sure to respond to you as efficiently as possible. That is our goal.
If you live outside the U.S.A., please contact your nearest Mazda Distributor.
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Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. That is why all Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge
and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition.
If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement regarding the service of your Mazda vehicle or servicing
by Mazda Dealer personnel, we recommend that you take the following steps:
STEP 1
Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer. This is the quickest and best way to address the issue. If your
concern has not been resolved by the CUSTOMER RELATIONS, SALES, SERVICE, or PARTS MANAGER, then please
contact the GENERAL MANAGER of the dealership or the OWNER.
STEP 2
If, after following STEP 1, you feel the need for further assistance, please contact your area’s Mazda representative
(Indicated on the next page).
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GUAM
(Distributor in each area)
Triple J Motors
CANADA 157 South Marine Drive, Tamuning,
GUAM 96911 USA
Mazda Canada Inc. P.O. Box 6066 Tamuning, Guam 96931
305 Milner Avenue, Suite 400 TEL: (671) 649-6555
Scarborough, Ontario M1B 3V4 Canada
TEL: 1 (800) 263-4680 (in Canada)
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SAIPAN
AMERICAN SAMOA
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• Tire Warranty
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Sustained high temperature can cause ! WARNING These grades will be added to the
the material of the tire to degenerate sidewalls of passenger vehicle tires
and reduce tire life, and excessive The temperature grade for this over the next several years according
temperatures can lead to sudden tire tire is established for a tire that is to a schedule established by the
failure. properly inflated and not NHTSA and the tire manufacturers.
overloaded. Excessive speed,
Grade C corresponds to a level of underinflation, or excessive The grade of tires available as
performance which all passenger loading, either separately or in standard or optional equipment on
vehicle tires must meet under the combination, can cause heat Mazda vehicle may vary with respect
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard buildup and possible tire failure. to grade.
No. 109. Grades B and A represent
higher levels of performance on the ALL PASSENGER VEHICLE TIRES
laboratory test wheel than the MUST CONFORM TO THESE
minimum required by law. GRADES AND TO ALL OTHER
FEDERAL TIRE-SAFETY
REQUIREMENTS.
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Factory-authorized Mazda service publications are available for owners who wish to do some of their own maintenance
and repair.
When requesting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to the chart below.
If they don’t have what you need in stock, they can order it for you.
WORKSHOP MANUAL:
Covers recommended maintenance and repair procedures of the drive train, body and chassis.
WIRING DIAGRAM:
Provides electrical schematics as well as component location for the entire electrical system.
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OWNER’S MANUAL:
This booklet contains information regarding the proper care and operation of your vehicle. This is not a technician’s
manual.
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